After a unique 2020, we are thrilled to finally host our 20th Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony. The Rivera Memorial Foundation's Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at La Bella Vista's Pavilion from 5:30pm-9:30pm. The event will feature author and Reid Estate for the Mind Founder, Mr. Naciki Reid.

The RMF will be honoring figures who exemplify the very best in dedicating their services to our community. Their drive to better the lives of so many children and families is an inspiration to all and is a testament to their strength, determination, and commitment that cannot go unnoticed!

We are looking forward to honoring you on this special occasion! Seats may be reserved for $45 at www.rmfinc.org/events. If any guests pre-purchased tickets last year and did not receive a refund then you do not need to repurchase as you are already counted in the guest list. Please note due to state COVID restrictions very limited seats are available.

2021 Honorees

Inspiring Educator Award

Ms. Alyssa Arroyo, Crosby High School

Community Service Award

Mr. Edmund & Andréa Saunders, Brass City Cares

Mrs. MaLisa Blasini, FreeTHEM, Inc.

Outstanding Leadership Award

Ms. Mary-Kate Gill, New Opportunities, Inc.

Positive Youth Award

Waterbury Pride NAACP Youth Council #2707-B

2021 Scholarship Recipients 

Rivera Memorial Foundation Inc. Scholarship

Alahaniss Lopez Zea, Kennedy HS

Rivera Memorial Foundation Inc. Scholarship

Anthony Lebron, Kaynor Tech

Joseph A. Cortes Memorial Scholarship

Angelina Ovalles, Crosby HS

Alexander "Shon" Alves Memorial Scholarship

Allan Reidel-Morillo, Waterbury Career Academy

Peak Physical Therapy Scholarship

Isamarie Flores-Acosta, Waterbury Career Academy

Representative Geraldo Reyes Scholarship

Sariyah Lewis, Crosby HS

Senator Joan Hartley Scholarship

Varsha Jorawar, Southern CT State University